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MDMA Withdrawal – Effects & Symptoms

When someone addicted to MDMA stops using the drug, they will experience withdrawal. This is a term used to describe the physical and psychological symptoms that occur when an addictive substance gradually leaves the addicted person’s system. The first and most severe phase of withdrawal is called acute withdrawal. This…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 19, 2019

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MDMA Addiction, Effects & Treatment

Ecstasy or MDMA is usually used as a “party drug” due to its stimulant and hallucinogenic effects. While it is not as physically addictive as drugs such as alcohol or opioids, it can be very psychologically addictive. How MDMA Works MDMA increases the activity of neurotransmitters (chemicals in the brain),…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 13, 2019

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Physical Signs of Addiction

If you are concerned that you or a loved one may be struggling with addiction, there are a number of physical signs to consider that may be revealing. While many of these signs do not necessarily indicate addiction, they may be useful in identifying a problem. If you have questions…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 8, 2019

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Common Relapse Triggers in Addiction Recovery

The phrase “relapse trigger” can refer to anything that presents a challenge to a person’s recovery and makes them vulnerable to relapse. This could be a particular scenario or location, a person or group of people, or a mental or physical health issue. Stressful or upsetting situations are often relapse…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 3, 2019

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Partner Support Therapy for Addicted People’s Loved Ones

Addiction and concurrent mental health disorders rarely affect only one person. Those close to the addicted person must also cope with the emotional and mental damage caused by addictive behaviour. It is extremely painful to watch someone close to us struggle. It is also common for those close to an…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 22, 2019

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Addiction & Concurrent Disorders Treatment for Military & First Responders

At Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres, we are uniquely qualified to treat members of the military and first responders for addiction and concurrent mental health disorders. Our highly-qualified clinicians understand the specific challenges faced by people from these professional backgrounds. They are experienced in providing them with the best possible treatment.…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 17, 2019

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Setting Goals In Addiction Recovery

As we enter the new year, many of us will have made some resolutions that we hope to fulfill during 2019. This kind of goal-setting can be really useful and can help us to identify and achieve our ambitions. In addiction recovery, goal-setting can be a great method to use,…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 14, 2019

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New Enhanced Program for PTSD and Related Addiction Treatment

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres is proud to announce the launch of our new enhanced treatment program for PTSD and concurrent addiction. The ten-week program will be offered free of charge as part of our outpatient treatment and will begin on March 7th. It will provide an integrative treatment program combining interpersonal…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 10, 2019

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Changing An Enabling Relationship

Our last blog discussed some of the common features of enabling relationships. These are co-dependent relationships between an addicted person and someone who is trying to support them. However, the wrong kind of support can ultimately have negative effects on both parties. If the addicted person does not have to…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 7, 2019

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What is An Enabling Relationship?

When someone close to us is struggling with addiction, we naturally want to do everything we can to support them. However, this compassionate instinct can ultimately result in enabling behaviour. Enabling behaviour means supporting the addicted person in a way that is ultimately damaging to you both. The behaviour leads…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 2, 2019

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